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Woman’s Club Supports Child Advocacy Center
From left: Bobbi Stubee, MWC; Donna Pio, MWC Education; Barbara Westog, NJSFWC/MWC Special State Project Director and Iris Migdalia Dabney, NJCA Bilingual Child Advocate. Millville Woman’s Club (MWC) is a member of New Jersey State Federation of Woman’s Clubs (NJSFWC). The on-going NJSFWC Special State Project is support for New
After-School Treat
Jersey Fresh apples star in this recipe—a real treat for your little ghouls. Apples are the the perfect treat for back-to-school season, and you can surprise the kids with these treats when they arrive home from school. This Jersey Fresh recipe calls for two cups apples, any variety you like,
Loyle Lanes Arsonist Convicted in More Criminal Acts
The former lease-manager of a Deerfield bowling alley responsible for burning down Loyle Lanes, a rival business in Vineland, was recently convicted of conspiring to kill two prosecutors and other government officials who worked to put him behind bars. The building was burned to the ground in January 2010. Smink
The Authority Helps Fund School Expansion
Groundbreaking was held recently for the Charles F. Seabrook School expansion in Upper Deerfield Township. Through this project, the Board of Education of Upper Deerfield will add 18,850 square feet to the school, including 12 new pre-k classrooms and new resource rooms and amenities. The school is currently near capacity,
Clean Start: Millville’s historic Ivory Soap mural gets refreshed
Millville’s Ivory Soap mural, located at the north entrance of High Street, is an important visual landmark in our community. The mural connects us to our past—to an earlier version of the Millville that was. Although we are surrounded by inevitable change and development in our community, Millville’s Ivory Soap
Jets’ Worst Alijah Vera-Tucker Fears Confirmed in Injury Nightmare
The New York Jets received confirmation of their worst fears on Thursday when head coach Aaron Glenn announced that guard Alijah Vera-Tucker tore his triceps and will undergo season-ending surgery. Glenn delivered the news before practice, explaining that the recovery process will take roughly seven months, meaning Vera-Tucker will not
Cape May City Congratulates August 2025 Employee of the Month Patrolman Daniel Martinez
In an effort to recognize the hard-working personnel of the City of Cape May, Manager Paul Dietrich continues a city-wide recognition program to honor “employees of the month”. The objective is to recognize employees who show exemplary individual achievement, contribution, and performance in their jobs. These individuals consistently exhibit a
14th Annual ‘A Taste of Vineland & Volunteer Recognition Event’ Set for October 22
Main Street Vineland announces the return of its annual A Taste of Vineland & Volunteer Recognition Event. Now in its 14th year, the event will take place on Wednesday, October 22, from 6 to 9 p.m., at the Greenview Inn at Eastlyn Golf Course, 4049 Italia Ave., Vineland. This year’s
NPS-AID Announces Inspira Health as its First Trusted Healthcare Resource in the Nation
The National Public Safety Alliance for Individuals with Disabilities (NPS-AID) is proud to announce a collaboration with Inspira Health, a leading healthcare organization in southern New Jersey. Inspira Health is NPS-AID’s first trusted healthcare resource in the nation. This collaboration will improve communication between public safety personnel and individuals with
Salad ala Watermelon
As we transition from summer to fall, melons are abundant at Jersey farm markets. This Jersey Fresh recipe pairs watermelon with Jersey tomatoes in a nutritious salad. The recipe is shared by Jersey Fresh Four Ways with Chef Amanda Freitag. For a video of recipe prep for this salad, visit
CUT to…The Levoy
The history and grandeur of The Levoy is front and center at this year’s CUT International Short Film Festival. Millville’s contribution to the growing film festival world will celebrate its fourth annual event on September 19 and 20. The focus on opening night of the 2025 CUT International Short Film
Seasonal Affective Disorder
Ever since my childhood, I knew that my response to the changing of seasons was out of the ordinary. Here is how it went for me: Born and bred a South Jersey girl, I spent summers at the shore. As Labor Day weekend approached my mood would shift toward melancholy.
Salt Hay Farming
A recently cut section of salt hay at Cohansey Meadows Farm. Photos: J. Morton Galetto Salt hay farming continues, with new and innovative approaches in tune with nature and climate change. Salt hay farming is a traditional part of the Delaware Bayshore’s history. This historic land use transformed natural tidal
BrightBloom Brings Specialized Autism Services to Millville
BrightBloom Centers, a provider of evidence-based therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and special needs, recently opened a new location in Millville at 10 E Main St, Suites F & G. The new center marks BrightBloom Centers’ second location in southern New Jersey, expanding access to specialized care
Avena Finishes Second
Professional bass fisherman Adrian Avena of Vineland and his YETI teammate Dustin Connell of Clanton, AL, finished second in a dramatic ending to the Championship Round of the B&W Trailer Hitches Challenge Cup Presented by 5-hour ENERGY® at Port Huron on Michigan’s Thumbcoast, according to Major League Fishing. Team 7Brew
Millville’s Historic Ivory Soap Mural Restored
Millville’s Ivory Soap mural, located at the north entrance of High Street, is an important visual landmark in our community. The mural connects us to our past — to an earlier version of the Millville that was. Although we are surrounded by inevitable change & development in our community, Millville’s
Devils and Luke Hughes Still Split on Contract Length as Training Camp Nears
Negotiations between the New Jersey Devils and restricted free agent defenseman Luke Hughes remain unresolved as September begins. Hughes, 21, is represented by agent Pat Brisson of CAA, and general manager Tom Fitzgerald said earlier in the offseason that re-signing him was his top priority. According to NJ.com’s Ryan Novozinsky,
Sheena Easton: Diverse and Time-Honored
Scotland native Sheena Easton will appear at the Levoy in Millville on September 11 at 7 p.m. for a 75-90-minute concert She is accompanied by a trio of Las Vegas-based musicians. Easton is more than just “(Morning Train) 9 to 5” and “Sugar Walls,” although those two hit records from
First Cases of West Nile Virus Reported in New Jersey
The New Jersey Department of Health is reporting the state’s first human cases of West Nile virus (WNV) this year. A child tested positive for West Nile virus neuroinvasive disease in Atlantic County with symptoms reported the third week of July. An adult in Middlesex County also tested positive for
Reconstruction of Interchange at Routes 49/55 Topic of Public Meeting
An in-person Public Information Center (PIC) will be held on Wednesday, September 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the City of Millville Municipal Building, 12 S. High Street, Millville, regarding the reconstruction of the interchange at Route 49 and Route 55 in Millville. It will provide local residents and
TikTok & Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey to Host Panel Discussion with Local Small Businesses
On Tuesday, September 9 at 11:45 AM ET, the Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey (CCSNJ) and TikTok will host a panel discussion with small business owners and content creators from South New Jersey. Christina Renna, CCSNJ President and CEO, will join local small business owners who will discuss how
United Way of Gloucester County Announces 2025 Campaign Leadership
The United Way of Gloucester County (UWGC) proudly announces the leadership team for its 2025 Annual Fundraising Campaign, themed “Because of You.” This year, Karen Greene will serve as Campaign Chair, joined by Tara Levitt as Campaign Vice Chair. Karen Greene, a UWGC Board Member, longtime donor, and dedicated volunteer, brings decades of
CUT International Short Film Festival Returns to Millville, NJ September 19–20
Storytelling takes center stage this fall as the CUT International Short Film Festival, New Jersey’s premier showcase for short-form cinema, returns to Millville on September 19–20, 2025. For two days, the historic Levoy Theatre and the city’s vibrant High Street will transform into a hub for filmmakers, artists, and film
Darren Mougey Reviews Jets’ 53-Man Roster, WR Moves, and Fields’ Growth
The New York Jets completed their roster cutdown this week, and general manager Darren Mougey spoke Thursday about the team’s moves. It was his first training camp and first final-cuts process as general manager. Mougey said, “It was a great month of training camp, a great process here at the
Velazquez is Keynote Speaker at Energy Summit
In partnership with Digital Promise, Jerry Velazquez, president & CEO of the Cumberland County Improvement Authority (The Authority) was chosen to be the keynote speaker at the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) third Quarterly Business Breakfast Summit on Friday, September 12 at Rutgers Camden Campus Center, 326 Penn
Miss New Jersey Champions Mental Health Awareness
WINDING PATH TO WELLNESS: Miss New Jersey Isabelle Nicholas visits familiar grounds at Rowan College of South Jersey’s Cumberland campus to discuss the importance of mental health awareness. Belle Nicholas, reigning Miss New Jersey 2025 and former administrative assistant of Student Life at Rowan College of South Jersey–Cumberland (RCSJ), has
‘Laughter for a Cause’ to Roast Mercado, Benefit Boys and Girls Club
Get ready to laugh for a good cause. The Vineland community is gearing up for its 3rd Annual Comedy Charity Roast, an event designed to raise funds for vital local organizations. “We’re thrilled to bring this fun and impactful event back to Vineland for its third year,” said Michele “Chatterchik”
Sniff, Sniff!
The hoopoe, a bird whose preening oil smells like manure during breeding season. Photo: Kjetil Rimolsrøn A researcher/book author proposes that scent offers greater levelsof communication in birds—and humans—than once believed. In the ornithological community, a myth has long persisted that birds have anosmia, or lack a sense of smell.
Cumberland County Teacher of the Year: Dr. Tiffanie ThrBak
Dr. Tiffanie ThrBak was recently honored as the Cumberland County Teacher of the Year. She is a special education teacher at Cherry Street School in the Bridgeton City school district. The New Jersey Department of Education made the announcement and the 21 educators named were recognized at an award ceremony
Vineland Secures Grant To Expand Broadband
The City of Vineland recently announced the receipt of a New Jersey Broadband Infrastructure Deployment Equity grant (NJBIDE) in the amount of $3.7 million. NJBIDE is a competitive grant initiative designed to help bring high-speed Internet access to areas in New Jersey with limited or no connectivity. Initial testing by
